La Datura it is a plant loved and hated at the same time. Its flowers are very elegant and decorative; however, it is toxic. They grow as herbs, shrubs or small trees distributed throughout the globe, except in Antarctica.
It is, therefore, one of the few genera that can be cultivated throughout the world. A crop that, by the way, is suitable for beginners. They are very grateful plants and that is something that the gardener will immediately notice. Do we know her a little better?
Datura belongs to the Solanaceae family. Its name 'Datura' translated into Sanskrit means "prickly apple" due to the appearance of its fruits. They are plants with beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers in white, orange, red or purple colors. Its growth rate is very fast, being ideal for those who wish to have a spectacular garden in a matter of a few years. Its height will depend on the specific species, hovering between the 0 and 6m. Those that are used as an ornamental plant reach a height of + 2m.
They normally flower in late summer, but if the weather is mild you can do it again in winter. And speaking of cold months, it is important to know that is sensitive to frost. Now the Datura tree (also known as Brugmansia arborea) can withstand temperatures down to -2ºC without flinching.
It can grow in all types of soils, including clayey ones. In addition, it is very adaptable, because it lives just as well being exposed directly to the sun or in semi-shade.
The only downside is that, as we said, it is a toxic plantTherefore, it should not be planted in gardens where there are children or pets, since just by touching its leaves and then sucking on our fingers we would run a significant risk.
It reproduces easily by seeds, which you can sow in a seedbed during the spring.
The Datura is a very beautiful plant, but would you have it in your garden?
I had it a long time ago (I left it because we moved house) in a bucket, on the balcony, it reached about 2 m in height, yellow, very pretty. The bad thing is that it had a very strong smell, pleasant if it had not been soooo penetrating 🙁 I just bought seeds of this orange plant, double, we'll see what I get and where I put it 🙂 Greetings and thanks for your articles.
I HAD IT IN MY GARDEN ,, AND WHEN I FIND OUT THAT IT IS TOXIC I TOOK IT OFF ,, BECAUSE I HAD TWO BITCHES AND THEY COULD BITE OR LICK SOME LEAF AND THAT IS NO LONGER PLEASANT WHAT ANIMALS LIKE US MAY HAVE, OR CHILDREN WHO THEY ARE IN THE HOUSE OR COME TO VISIT ,, NOW IN THEIR PLACE I HAVE SOMETHING MUCH MORE PRETTY WHICH ARE HELICONIES ,,
Hi Mariana.
Yes, when there are children or pets it is better not to have it around, just in case.
Greetings.
I HAVE FOUND AND COLLECTED SEEDS OF DATURA STRAMONIUM ... YET I DON'T SOW ANY.
I ALSO HAVE 2 BRUGmansia arborea OR FLORIPONDIO PLANTS AT HOME… THEY DON'T GIVE ME FLOWERS AND ON AN OCCASION WHICH MAY BE THE LARGEST, I OCCURRED TO BREAK THE BRANCHES AND MAKE CUTTINGS THAT I PLANT AND PLACED IN THE SHADOW, WITH SURPRISE AND PLEASED DISCOVERY IT IS A VERY NOBLE PLANT, THE CUTTINGS WITH ENOUGH MOISTURE AND DRAINAGE ROOT VERY FAST
In Costa Rica it can be found. .the Datura. .or how can I get it.Thank you greetings
Hello Ruth.
You can look in the nurseries, but if you can't find it, I recommend looking on eBay.
A greeting.
HELLO, I HAVE A 3 YEARS AGO STILL NOT FLORESIO.THE MISSIONS SUIT BECAUSE IT IS BEAUTIFUL AND I DIDN'T KNOW IT WAS TOXIC.THANK YOU .-
Hello Ramon.
You can continue to take care of it without problems. You just have to avoid consuming it 🙂
Greetings.